Outpatient Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

UNC Health Care Systems•Kinston, NC

58d•Onsite

About The Position

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. This Staff Physical Therapist Assistant will work in the outpatient clinic in the Late Afternoon/Evening hours. Flexible Scheduling. Therapist can choose their own hours, and days that work best for their schedule. But this position will require at least 2 shifts per week (3-hour minimum shift) between the hours of 3-8pm. This position will carry out established treatment plans focusing on improving mobility, increasing strength, and other physical therapy related goals with various populations. Patients and families: Provide patient assessment, care, and information. Address concerns and complaints. Project a positive image of the departmental and hospital Physicians: and other healthcare team members: Promote coordination of care. Address concerns and complaints Community and Business: Provide education.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
Current NC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligible.
Analytical abilities to delegate personnel, problem solve with positive solutions.
Good interpersonal and communication skills required to facilitate interactions with stated customers and staff members.
Standing for most of the day lifting/assisting patients with transfers, bed mobility and ambulation as well as their exercise programs.
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, temperature changes and occasional noxious odors.
Stressful work periods occasionally encountered.